{"id":22029,"date":"2025-07-03T10:04:00","date_gmt":"2025-07-03T01:04:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/seasiaonline.com\/?p=22029"},"modified":"2025-07-03T10:09:12","modified_gmt":"2025-07-03T01:09:12","slug":"alsons-power-drives-environmental-sustainability-empowers-communities-in-sarangani","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/seasiaonline.com\/?p=22029","title":{"rendered":"Alsons Power Drives Environmental Sustainability, Empowers Communities in Sarangani"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

As global energy demands surge, the question remains: Can we drive progress without harming the planet? Alsons Power Group<\/a> believes the answer is clear \u2014 it is possible to\u00a0power with care<\/i>.<\/p>\n

At Alsons Power, growth is never pursued at the expense of the environment. For the Group, sustainability means protecting nature while empowering communities to thrive.<\/p>\n

“More than safeguarding the last remaining forests, we at Alsons Power are committed to bringing our forests back to life,” says Antonio Miguel B. Alcantara, CEO of Alsons Power.<\/p>\n

Through its Maasim-based subsidiaries \u2014Sarangani Energy Corporation (SEC) and Siguil Hydro Power Corporation (SHPC) \u2014 Alsons Power is leading the Watershed Enhancement Project (WEP) in partnership with the Conrado & Ladislawa Alcantara Foundation, Inc. (CLAFI).<\/p>\n

Restoring the Siguil River Watershed<\/b><\/p>\n

As part of its commitment to sustainability, Alsons Power launched the WEP in 2018, further strengthening its environmental efforts in Maasim, Sarangani. Focused on revitalizing the Siguil River watershed, WEP is more than an environmental initiative; it is a model of inclusive development. By integrating reforestation, water resource conservation, and biodiversity protection, the program seeks to transform the Siguil River Watershed into a self-sustaining ecosystem.<\/p>\n

In celebration of\u00a0Philippine Environment Month this June, Alsons Power reaffirms its dedication to environmental stewardship. The Group joins the nation in highlighting the importance of protecting the country\u2019s natural resources, especially critical ecosystems like the Siguil River Watershed.<\/p>\n

The Siguil River is one of the major river systems in Sarangani Province, playing a vital role in the region\u2019s ecological balance and livelihood. It runs along the boundary between Sarangani and South Cotabato Provinces. It is a key natural resource, supporting agriculture, biodiversity, and livelihood.<\/p>\n

Alsons Power\u2019s WEP integrates assisted natural regeneration (ANR) and enrichment planting while promoting agroforestry and Sloping Agricultural Land Technology (SALT). This not only strengthens the environment but also bolsters the local economy.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Beyond environmental preservation, WEP has also improved the lives of local communities, particularly farmers and Indigenous People (IPs). By empowering them as stewards of the land, the program supports sustainable livelihoods and paves the way for more resilient and inclusive growth.<\/p>\n

As of the first quarter of 2025, WEP recorded the planting of\u00a071,523 trees, including\u00a036,337 agroforestry\u00a0and\u00a035,186 reforestation species, with an impressive\u00a099% survival rate. Partner farmers not only met targets but exceeded them by cultivating and planting seedlings from their own farms, reinforcing community ownership and sustainability.<\/p>\n

“Each tree we plant is a step toward a greener future; a testament to Alsons Power\u2019s deep-rooted commitment to sustainability and stewardship,” says Alcantara.<\/p>\n

Empowering Communities, One Seedling at a Time<\/b><\/p>\n

WEP\u2019s impact goes beyond planting trees; it\u2019s about cultivating knowledge. Since 2018, the program has provided hands-on training to local farmers, improving their coffee farming techniques. From seedling propagation to harvesting, processing, and post-harvest care, the program has equipped farmers with the skills needed to enhance the sustainability and market value of their crops.<\/p>\n

\u201cIn the past, we planted coffee but didn\u2019t know how to care for it. Most of it would die,\u201d recalls IP farmer Manasan Galante. \u201cNow, our farms are thriving. Alsons Power and CLAFI gave us the knowledge and support we needed. God has truly used your efforts to uplift us here in the mountains.\u201d<\/p>\n

This transformation was celebrated at the Coffee Harvest Festival, where 17 partner farms in Sitio Datal Basak yielded 754 kilograms of coffee cherries. Farmers have now mastered advanced techniques, such as drying, dehulling, and sorting green coffee beans (GCBs), producing 241 kilograms of premium ripe coffee cherries in a single season.<\/p>\n

A Future Rooted in Care<\/b><\/p>\n

Alsons Power\u2019s environmental efforts in Maasim is a story of growth not just in trees and harvests, but in hope, resilience, and shared responsibility. From reforestation to sustainable farming, the Group continues to prove that environmental stewardship\u00a0\u00a0and progress can move forward together.<\/p>\n

\u201cPowering with Care means taking action, restoring the environment and supporting communities, so we can make a lasting impact today and build a better future for generations to come,\u201d said Alcantara.<\/p>\n

Rooted in its brand promise, \u201cWe Power with Care,\u201d Alsons Power envisions a future where people, nature, and industry grow in harmony, ensuring a better tomorrow for all.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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